I recently moved into a 14th-floor apartment that has an awning window, but it doesn't open fully. I'm really hoping to get it to open all the way for better airflow. I found some info online about a child restrictor that might be limiting how far it can open, but I'm not sure how to go about adjusting it. I'd appreciate any advice on tools I might need and steps I should follow to make this adjustment!
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You might want to try using some WD-40 on the hinges, then gently push the window out with a flathead screwdriver. It could help it open more smoothly! But keep in mind, sometimes these windows are designed to limit how far they open for safety reasons, especially in high apartments.
Just a heads up, it might not actually be stuck, it's often just the design to prevent falls. I heard people talk about these child restrictors, but I’m in the same boat as you—no idea how to take them out!